A sudden overstep, accompanied by an intensely aggressive gaze.
Even Robin, who had a somewhat dark side, fell into brief panic at that moment.
And when people panicked, they would always reveal certain things unconsciously.
In less than two seconds.
Robin noticed that there was no lust mixed into Maud's intensely aggressive gaze.
There was more... scrutiny.
Robin quickly calmed down and met Maud's eyes directly.
Once calm, she suddenly understood that Maud's overstep had been nothing more than an insignificant test.
But in the next instant, Robin actually felt disappointed.
If she could achieve her dream, she would not regret it even if she had to pay with her life.
In that case, what did one mere body amount to?
It was precisely with such resolve that she had made it this far.
Whether it was real or not, she had to try to seize this opportunity...
A look of determination flashed through Robin's eyes. Just as she was about to speak, she heard Maud speak first.
"Nico Robin, setting strength aside, you are an exceptionally talented person."
Without making any apparent movement, the surging shadows that had pulled Robin before him sent her back to her original position.
Immediately afterward, Maud rose from the shadow chair.
As he stood, the shadows transformed into layers of black silhouettes that floated behind him.
"But... there is no place for you on my ship."
Maud stared into Robin's eyes and clearly saw the fleeting disappointment in them.
To be honest, his deep interaction with Robin today had stirred his heart somewhat.
Just as he had said, Robin was a rare talent.
It would be a pity to miss out on her.
However, he was no Luffy. He did not have a grandfather who was a Marine Hero.
If he brought Robin